News Archives - Horner Blakey

Wishing you a Merry Christmas from all at Horner Blakey

Thank you for your support during what has been a challenging year for everyone. Please note our opening hours below during the Christmas period: Christmas Eve 9am – 1pm Christmas Day Closed Monday 28 December Closed Tuesday 29 December 10am – 4pm Wednesday 30 December 10am – 4pm New Year’s Eve 9am – 1pm New … Read more

Government Guidance for Businesses: COVID-19 Tier Restrictions from 2 December

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How make your business COVID-secure Below is the latest Government guidance to ensure your business is COVID-secure. The new local COVID-19 tiered restrictions commence from 2nd December. Please follow external Government links below for specific sector guidance: Close contact services Guidance for people who provide close contact services, including hairdressers, barbers, beauticians, tattooists, sports and … Read more

Are your suppliers cyber secure?

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The size and frequency of cyber-attacks and data breaches have been increasing in recent years, costing UK businesses big money. Our insurer partner Zurich takes a look at why businesses must ensure that third-party suppliers are upholding cyber security best practices. Recent research shows that for mid-market businesses alone, the costs associated with these attacks … Read more

The winter months can bring with them additional property risks

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During the Winter months, property owners and occupiers face a number of increased risks. Large escape of water losses are especially common, with wintry conditions and freezing temperatures leading to burst pipes, cracked water tanks and blocked drains. Even more common minor problems, such as boiler breakdowns, can result in significant disruption, costing valuable time … Read more

NHS Test and Trace: What you need to know

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NHS Test and Trace is a key part of the country’s ongoing COVID-19 response. The Government announced that designated venues in certain sectors must have a system in place to request and record contact details of their customers, visitors and staff to help break the chains of transmission of Coronavirus. From 24 September, if your … Read more

A Guide to HMO Licencing Laws for Landlords

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Jon Graham, Owner of Dwell Estate and Lettings Agency in Leeds explains the implications of HMO’s versus traditional buy to let properties or property portfolios and commercial Real Estate portfolios. HMO stands for a “House in Multiple Occupancy”. This refers to a privately owned building which is rented out to tenants individually on a bedroom-by-bedroom … Read more

Focus on: Electrical Installation Certificates

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Electrical Installation Certificates are relevant to home owners, those purchasing and selling homes and potential clients who invest in UK Real Estate who are holding assets, disposing or acquiring assets. Horner Blakey work closely with Quittance Legal Services. Here Quittance Director Chris Salmon answers questions around Electrical Installation Certificates (EIC): Missing EIC – What are … Read more

Horner Blakey are proud sponsors of the 2020 Property Investors Awards

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Horner Blakey Insurance Brokers continue to be proud sponsors of the Property Investors Awards. With previous award winners gaining national recognition for their work and aligning themselves with excellence, amongst other things, they’ve been able to add credibility to their business and attract more funding for future property deals.  The Property Investors Awards are continuing with … Read more

Tips on how to reduce anxiety during in isolation

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Being in isolation may cause heighten anxiety for some people – and even after lockdown measures are eased the idea of reconnecting with the outside world may provoke other anxieties. Whether you have previously experienced anxiety or not, there are several things you can do to help your mental wellbeing at home: Be safe and … Read more